There are particular times throughout the year when falling victim to coughs, sniffles, sneezes, runny noses, fevers, chills, headaches and ‘stuffy’ heads is more likely. Similarly, people who travel on vacation or business may contract the flu virus when they least expect it. And because germs are able to mutate – it makes it hard [...]
There are particular times throughout the year when falling victim to coughs, sniffles, sneezes, running noses, fevers, chills, headaches and ‘stuffy’ heads is more likely. Similarly, people who travel on vacation or business may contract the flu virus when they least expect it. And because germs are able to mutate – it makes it hard [...]
Children have problems, too! Many remedies for children contain additives, artificial colors and preservatives. Parents are understandably concerned, and may feel confused about what they can and can not give their children. As a psychologist and as a parent, I have seen the need for a safe, effective and healthy natural remedy specially formulated for [...]
While we may think of the throat and tonsils as merely a simple structure consisting of two small organs that are very sensitive to irritants and germs, the throat is also the passage through which we take in air, either directly or through the nose. The air that we breathe contains many pollutants that can [...]
The respiratory system is made up of organs that help to process air in the body. The main organs of the respiratory system are the nose, throat (including the trachea) and lungs. While the nose and throat function to draw air into the lungs, it is the lungs that perform the vital function of transporting [...]
Supporting year-round respiratory health. There are many ways to support respiratory health naturally. Maintain a healthy lifestyle to promote a healthy immune system. This includes regular exercise, healthy, preferably organic diet and sufficient sleep. Eat lots of fresh raw fruit and vegetables which contain rich sources of flavonoids and other nutrients. Learn stress management and [...]
For some people, clearing their throats can become a habit – something that they do without realizing it, while speaking, or before giving a speech. When we clear our throats, our vocal folds push tightly together, our diaphragm contracts, air is pushed through causing vibration, and a sound is made. The vocal chords then slam [...]
Nose and chest congestion makes everyone uncomfortable from adults to babies. Although it is not easy, as you get older the discomfort is a little more tolerable, but very small babies that are unable to breathe properly fuss a lot. The immune system is triggered to fight invading germs, causing a build–up of mucus, phlegm [...]
Little ones and children rely greatly on easy breathing – particularly during the night. The nerves that regulate breathing are in the nasal passages. Tiny hairs help to ‘catch’ dirt and dust particles taken in during a breath, and also help to warm the air before it reaches the lungs. Furthermore each nostril independently moisturizes [...]
Little ones and children rely greatly on easy breathing – particularly during the night. The nerves that regulate breathing are in the nasal passages. Tiny hairs help to ‘catch’ dirt and dust particles taken in during a breath, and also help to warm the air before it reaches the lungs. Furthermore each nostril independently moisturizes [...]
There are a number of things that can be done to keep chests clear. At night, try propping children up with extra pillows. This will raise their heads and cause them to sleep at an angle,facilitating easier breathing through the night. You can also try using a plug-in device such as a vaporizer, which releases [...]
The immune system is an immensely complicated and intricate system, and like all systems in the body, it needs to be in top condition to perform optimally. For our immune systems to flourish, we need to ensure that we care for both our physical and emotional health– therefore it is essential that we adopt the [...]
If it weren’t for our respiratory system, we wouldn’t be able to live. By oxygenating the blood in our body, all our vital organs get oxygen – the key element we need to keep all the cells in our body alive! The action of breathing can be summed up as “the exchange of gases between [...]
